C4I Electronic Engineering Technician

Ready to take your Navy C4I expertise to the next level in Portsmouth, New Hampshire?

Amentum is seeking a standout electronic engineering expert who wants to shape the future of submarine communications. If you are a former submariner, AIT Lead, or an experienced Technician with CANES or CSRR expertise, this is your chance to directly impact fleet readiness through high-stakes system testing, SOVT support, and critical site inspections. We are not just filling a slot; we are waiting for the right professional to trigger this opening—apply today and let us build this elite opportunity around your specialized skills!

This position is contingent upon the identification of a candidate whose expertise meets our strategic needs, at which point a dedicated, funded opening will be established. We are proactively seeking a standout professional for whom we will finalize a formal role.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Drawing Reviews

• System Operability Verification Test (SOVT) Support

• Site inspections to assess production status

• Research to support fact finding evolutions, critique resolution, mitigation of onsite issues, LAR generation, etc.

• Creation of cable test plans and performance on onsite cable validation testing

• Collateral duties as required by NIWC AIT-M's

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have an active Secret US Government security clearance and ability to obtain a Top Secret . Note: US citizenship is required to maintain a Secret security clearance.

• Five (5) years of practical experience and High School diploma/GED OR Three (3) years practical experience and an Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology, math, or science; or Formal electronics training from: Technical School, or Class A or B military school in electronics or communications; or four-year electronics apprentice program.

• Ability to travel up to 20% as required.

• Ability to support flexible tasking schedule, including potential shift changes based on tasking needs.

• CANES and/or CSRR experience onboard US Navy submarines.

• Familiarity with the requirements for installing C4I systems onboard US Navy submarines.

• Strong electrical/communications background with a focus on troubleshooting connection issues, connector inspections, and cable testing (copper & fiber).

• Experience with operational of cable/connector test equipment.

• Experience with Fiber Cable Testing and Repair.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret clearance.

• Alteration Installation Team Lead Technician or Senior Installation Technician experience with a focus on submarine C4I installations and QA.

• Current Supervisor/QA Inspector certification for copper cables and connectors on US Navy ships.

• Current Supervisor/QA Inspector certification for fiber cables and connectors on US Navy ships.

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Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits:

This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .